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NFL Stars In Sonoma County For Big Game Day

Football icons Marcus Allen, Charles Haley, Bill Romanowski, Rod Woodson take over Graton Resort and Casino for the Big Game weekend.

SONOMA COUNTY, CA — Graton Resort and Casino is turning Super Bowl weekend into a local football celebration, bringing together NFL champions, Hall of Famers, and fans for a Big Game watch party that includes blackjack, slots, and other games.

As football fever grips Northern California ahead of Super Bowl LX on Sunday, fans are invited to capture the energy of the weekend — from celebrity casino competitions to fan experiences and live commentary from gridiron greats.

NFL icons Charles Haley, Marcus Allen, Bill Romanowski, and Rod Woodson will headline the weekend, joined by sport radio's JT The Brick.

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Weekend Highlights include:

  • Friday: Celebrity Blackjack Tournament for invited guests (6–9 p.m.), followed by top players facing off against Haley, Woodson or Romanowski at 10 p.m.
  • Saturday: Legends of the Game Slot Tournament (12–4 p.m.); at 6 p.m., the top 60 guests square off with Haley or Allen. Public meet‑and‑greet sessions run from 2–6 p.m.
  • Sunday, Feb. 8: A Kickoff Party with live analysis from Romanowski and Woodson, moderated by JT The Brick (2:30 p.m.); and a G Bar Big Game watch party and raffle (3–7 p.m.) open to the public. Every Anheuser‑Busch purchase enters guests to win signed memorabilia and other prizes.

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